This online course will introduce children to the wisdom in Nahjul Balagha. Students will study excerpts from the Khutbas and look at various Ahadith that talk about God-consciousness and good character. The course is for children 9-12 years. Instructor: Sr. Fatima Siddiqa Mohamedali Schedule: Two Saturdays Jan 11 & 18, 2020; 11.00 am – 12 … Read more
This course will discuss the ahādith from A’immah (a) and general guidance elaborated by the mufassirin about the 18th Surah of the Quran, including the benefits of the Surah. We will cover three narratives: 1) The Inhabitants of the Cave in verses 9 – 26, 2) Nabi Musa meeting Khidr in verses 60 -82, and … Read more
The Holy Ahlul Bayt (a) taught believers how to strengthen and enhance their family relationships. This course will study what we know of the marriage of Imam Ali (a) and Bibi Fatima (a) and their family relationships. Instructor: Sr. Tahera Kassamali Schedule: Three Tuesdays Feb 11, 18 and 25, 2020; 10.30 am – 12.00 noon. … Read more
Students will examine the beautiful designs and textures in Nature whilst learning to draw realistic impressions of them. This is a great way to improve all types of art skills such as observation, composition and shading. Instructor: Sr. Alina Juma Schedule: Four Mondays Jan 20-Feb 10, 2020; 8.30-10.00 pm. Fees: $40 payable upon registration. Registration: … Read more
The sense of self-awareness and empathy towards others are key in the development of Social and Emotional Intelligence (SEI). This course examines key factors in the development of SEI and the important role of parents/caregivers in fueling these qualities. We will draw from the lens of our Holy Prophet’s practice in this area. Instructor: Sr. … Read more
إِنَّ الْإِنْسَانَ لِرَبِّهِ لَكَنُودٌ وَإِنَّهُ عَلَىٰ ذَٰلِكَ لَشَهِيدٌ Innal-insāna lirabbihi lakanoūd, wa-innahoū ‘alā dhālika lashahīd L’homme est, certes, ingrat envers son Seigneur ; et pourtant, il est certes, témoin de cela. (Sūratِ al-‘Āadiyāt No.100, Āyāt 6-7) Ce verset parle de l’être humain qui ne s’est ni purifié ni éduqué en son for intérieur. Il ne … Read more
وَيَدْعُ الْإِنْسَانُ بِالشَّرِّ دُعَاءَهُ بِالْخَيْرِ ۖ وَكَانَ الْإِنْسَانُ عَجُولًا Wayad‘ul-insānu bishsharri du‘ā-ahu bilkhayri, wakānal-insānu ‘ajūlā L’homme appelle le mal comme il appelle le bien, car l’homme est très hâtif. (Souratِ al-Isrā No.17, Āyat 11) Ce verset nous dit que l’homme prie pour ce qui peut lui porter préjudice aussi ardemment qu’il prie pour ce qui … Read more
وَذَرُوا ظَاهِرَ الْإِثْمِ وَبَاطِنَهُ Wadharū zāhiral-isthmi wabātinah Renounce outward sins and the inward ones. (Sūrat al-An‘ām, No 6, Āyat 120) This verse commands believers to stay away from sins completely, both the outer and the inner form of sins. The word used for sins in this verse is ‘ithm’, a word that originally means something … Read more
Instructor: Sr. Najma Dhala-Datoo Schedule: Fridays Jan 10-Mar 13, 2020; 4.15-5.15 pm (no class during March break) Fees: $60 Registration: https://academyofislam.com/registration
وَذَٰلِكُمْ ظَنُّكُمُ الَّذِي ظَنَنتُم بِرَبِّكُمْ أَرْدَاكُمْ wadhālikum zannukumul-ladhī zanantum birabbikum ardākum That [wrong] thought which you assumed about your Lord ruined you (Sūrat al-Fussilat, No 41, Āyat 23) The human being’s assumption about Almighty God colors all parts of his relationship with Him. It affects beliefs, spirituality, and actions. When there is positive thinking about … Read more